The Tiverton Police Department requires all residential and commercial alarm systems within the Town of Tiverton to be properly registered in accordance with the town’s alarm ordinance. Alarm registration helps ensure timely emergency response, accurate contact information for property owners, and the reduction of false alarms that divert valuable public safety resources.
Proper registration allows police officers and dispatchers to quickly verify key details during alarm activations, improving both safety and efficiency. It also ensures that responsible parties can be notified in the event of an alarm, emergency, or system malfunction.
Alarm Registration Requirements:
- All residential and business alarm users must complete an alarm registration form with the Tiverton Police Department.
- Registration must include:
- The alarm system owner’s name, address, and contact information
- Emergency contact(s) authorized to respond to the property
- Alarm company information (if applicable)
- System type (burglary, fire, panic, etc.)
- There is a $50.00 fee for initial registration; however, repeated false alarms may result in fines as outlined in the town ordinance.
How to Register:
- Complete the Alarm Registration Form (below).
📍 Tiverton Police Department – Records Division
20 Industrial Way, Tiverton, RI 02878
📞 (401) 625-6717
📧 records@tivertonpoliceri.com
False Alarm Policy:
The Tiverton Police Department understands that false alarms occasionally occur; however, repeated incidents can place unnecessary demands on emergency services. Property owners are encouraged to maintain and regularly test their systems to avoid false activations. Multiple false alarms within a 12-month period may result in administrative fines or suspension of police response to recurring problem locations.
Online Alarm Registration Form
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